Senior Quality Inspector, Epirus

• High school diploma or GED required; additional technical training or certification in quality inspection or metrology preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in manufacturing or defense/aerospace inspection or similar role with an Associate’s degree or higher (or 4 years of relevant experience without an Associate’s degree)
• Solid understanding of mechanical and/or electrical inspection techniques
• Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, GD&T, and specifications
• Proficiency using standard inspection equipment (micrometers, calipers, height gauges, CMMs, optical comparators, etc.)
• Working knowledge of AS9100, ISO 9001, MIL-SPEC and IPC-610/620 requirements
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and basic quality data entry systems
• To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State

Desirable

• This is an exciting role in a growing company
• This position plays a key role in verifying that materials, components, assemblies, and final products comply with defense industry standards, AS9100 requirements, and design specifications
• The Senior Quality Inspector works closely with production, engineering, and supply chain teams to maintain the highest levels of product quality and customer satisfaction
• Performs and leads receiving, in-process, and final inspections of mechanical, electrical, and electronic components, subassemblies, and finished goods
• Verify conformance to engineering drawings, specifications, IPC-A-610/620 standards, and contractual specifications
• Document inspection results accurately and maintain traceable records in accordance with QMS procedures and AS9100 requirements
• Identify and document nonconformances; provide recommendations to support root cause analysis and corrective/preventive action implementation
• Support and perform first article inspections (FAIs) per internal and AS9102 requirements
• Coordinate inspections to meet stakeholder needs and due dates based on priority
• Collaborate with manufacturing, warehouse, and engineering to resolve quality issues and improve processes
• Maintain calibration of inspection tools and ensure proper use of measurement equipment
• Participate in internal audits, continuous improvement projects, and customer source inspections as required
• Provide technical mentorship and on-the-job training to new and junior inspectors, support standardization and best practices